Lenovo C100 - IdeaCentre - Desktop PC User manual

Version 2.0 2009.8
User Guide
3000 C100 Series
3000 C100
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Important Safety Information
Before using this manual, it is important that you read and understand all of the
related safety information for this product. Refer to the Safety and Warranty Guide
that you received with this product for the latest safety information. Reading and
understanding this safety information reduces the risk of personal injury or damage
to your product.
Danger: Be aware of extremely hazardous or lethal situations.
Attention: Be aware of possible damage to programs, devices, or data.
Note: Pay attention to this important information.
© Copyright Lenovo 2009.
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Contents
Important Safety Information
Chapter 1 Using the Computer Hardware.............................. 1
1.1 Front view................................................................................2
1.2 Rear view ................................................................................2
1.3 Computer stand .....................................................................3
1.4 Connecting your computer ......................................................4
1.5 Computer instruction ...............................................................8
1.6 Keyboard and Mouse (wired) .................................................10
Chapter 2 Using the Rescue System .................................... 11
2.1 OneKey Recovery..................................................................12
2.2 Driver and Application Installation ..........................................12
2.3 System Setup ........................................................................13
2.4 System Backup .....................................................................14
2.5 System Recovery ..................................................................14
2.6 Create Recovery Disc ............................................................14
Chapter 3 Using the Computer Software ............................. 15
3.1 Power2Go — Burning Discs .................................................16
3.2 WinDVD.................................................................................17
3.3 McAfee Security Center.........................................................18
Chapter 4 System Maintenance and Recovery.................... 19
4.1 Restoring the System ............................................................20
4.2 Backup and Restore..............................................................20
4.3 Cleaning Up the Disk .............................................................20
4.4 Checking For, and Correcting Disk Errors ..............................21
4.5 Defragmenting the Disk(s)......................................................21
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4.6 Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks......................................21
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup.............. 23
5.1 Troubleshooting Display Problems .........................................24
5.2 Troubleshooting Audio Problems ...........................................25
5.3 Troubleshooting Software Problems.......................................25
5.4 Troubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and
Hard Disks.............................................................................26
5.5 Special considerations for troubleshooting Windows .............27
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Chapter
This chapter contains the following
topics:
ÿComputer hardware introduction
ÿInformation on computer connections
Note: The descriptions in this chapter might
vary from your computer, depending on
computer models and configurations.
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Using the Computer Hardware
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1.1 Front view
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Brightness up button Camera
Brightness down button Optical drive slot
LCD On/Off USB ports (2)
Power button Built-in microphone
1.2 Rear view
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Power connector Ethernet connector
PS/2 Keyboard connector Microphone connector
USB ports (2) Headphone connector
1.3 Computer stand
54˚
35˚
Use the stand to position the display to your preference. It can be rotated
between 35º and 54º from the chassis.
The stand provides stability to the computer; it is not a removable part.
Attention:
1. The computer stand must remain installed at all times to ensure maximum
system stability.
2. Make sure the angle of the stand is at least 35 degrees from the chassis.
otherwise the computer will be unstable and could fall over.
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To open the computer stand, do the following:
1.4 Connecting your computer
Use the following information to connect your computer:
• Look for the small connector icons on the back of your computer. Match the
connectors to the icons.
Note: Your computer might not have all of the connectors that are
described in this section.
1.4.1 Check the voltage rating before you connect the
equipment to an electrical outlet to ensure that the
required voltage and frequency match the available
power source.
If your computer uses an AC adapter:
Note: Use only the Lenovo provided AC adapter approved for use with this
device. Use of another AC adapter may cause a fire or explosion.
1.4.2 Connect the keyboard cable to the appropriate keyboard
connector (PS2 connector or USB connector).
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1.4.3 Connect the mouse cable to the appropriate mouse
connector (USB connector).
1.4.4 If you have audio devices, attach them using the
following instructions:
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Microphone Use this connector to attach a microphone (purchased separately)
to your computer when you want to record sound or if you use
speech-recognition software.
Headphone Use this connector to attach headphones (purchased separately)
to your computer when you want to listen to music or other
sounds without disturbing anyone.
1.4.5 If you have powered speakers with an adapter:
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a. Connect the cable that runs between the speakers if necessary. On some
speakers, this cable is permanently attached.
b. Connect the adapter cable to the speaker if necessary. On some speakers, this
cable is permanently attached.
c. Connect the speakers to the Headphone port on the computer.
d. Connect the adapter to the power source.
1.4.6 If you have powered speakers without an adapter：
(This picture is only a sketch print, it does not show the actual figure of the speaker)
a. Connect the cable that runs between the speakers if necessary. On some
speakers, this cable is permanently attached.
b. Connect the cable to the speaker if necessary. On some speakers, this cable is
permanently attached.
c. Connect the speakers to the Headphone port on the computer.
d. Connect the plug to the power source.
Note: Some models are not equipped with external speakers.
1.4.7 Connect any additional devices that you have. Your
computer might not have all connectors shown.
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USB connector Use this connector to attach a device that requires a
USB connection.
Network adapter
connector
Use this connector to attach the computer to an
ethernet-type local area network
IEEE 1394 This connector provides connection to several types of
consumer electronics including digital audio devices and
scanners.
TV-Tuner
connector
Only supported on systems with optional TV tuner card.
1.4.8 Connect the power cords properly to grounded electrical
outlets.
1. Plug the power adapter cord into the back of the computer.
2. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter.
3. Plug the power cord into an AC power source.
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1.5 Computer instruction
Press the power button on the side of this computer to turn it on.
Note: The buttons at the top of the screen are LCD ON/OFF, Brightness up
and down buttons.
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Do not insert 3-inch discs into the optical drive slot.
Hold the computer firmly when you carry it.
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1.6 Keyboard and Mouse (wired)
LVT
—— Volume down
—— Volume up
—— Mute
LVT —— After entering Windows, press this key to launch the LVT (Lenovo
Vantage Technology) program, Lenovo’s pre-loaded Home PC software.
In addition to its own functions, the LVT program will allow you to start
other Windows compatible software, specially configured to run on this
model of computer.
Notes:
• Some models are not equipped with the LVT program.
• The LVT key on the keyboard is disabled in the models without the LVT
program.
F2 —— Your computer has the Lenovo Rescue System installed. To learn more
about this program, turn on the computer, and when the Lenovo logo
appears, press the F2 key and the Lenovo Rescue System will open.
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Using the Rescue System
This chapter contains the following
topics:
ÿOneKey Recovery
ÿDriver and Application Installation
ÿSystem Setup
ÿSystem Backup
ÿSystem Recovery
ÿCreate Recovery Disc
Attention: Using this program will result in
a loss of data.
• You can recover the C drive of the computer
to the factory default settings or to the
last system backup status using OneKey
Recovery. With this operation, all of the
existing data on drive C will be lost, whereas
the content and format of the other partitions
of the hard disk drive will remain unchanged.
• If you want to install an operating system and
back it up with OneKey Recovery, you must
format the C partition in NTFS format and
install the operating system on the C partition.
Otherwise, the OneKey Recovery system
cannot run.
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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:
By selecting Control Panel →Administrative Tools →Computer Management
→Disk Management, you can see the service partition, which must not be
deleted.
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 servicers, Lenovo will not be
liable for any losses arising there from in any way.
2.1 OneKey Recovery
OneKey Recovery is an easy-to use application. You can use it to restore your
computer to the system default or a previously backed up state.
Detailed Operation Procedure
1. Turn on the computer. When the Lenovo logo appears, press the F2 key on the
keyboard to start the Rescue System, then you can select OneKey Recovery.
Note: System Recovery will overwrite all of the data on drive C. To prevent
loss of data, be sure to back up relevant data before performing system
recovery.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to select the backup task you want to restore
from and disk you want to install operation system, and press Next to start
restoration.
3. Please wait during the process of system recovery. Do not interrupt the
operation during the recovery process.
4. After the system is recovered successfully, the software prompts to restart the
computer. Restart the computer and enter the system.
2.2 Driver and Application Installation
The Driver and Application Installation function in the rescue system provides a way
for the user to conveniently re-install all of the Lenovo applications and drivers that
were shipped with your Lenovo hardware.
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Method 1: Automatic Installation
Turn on the computer. When the Lenovo logo appears, press the F2 key on the
keyboard to start the Rescue System, then select Drivers and Application
Installation.
Follow the screen prompts to install the Lenovo Drivers and Application Installation.
Click Install to start installing the Lenovo Drivers and Application Installation.
The system will restart. After the system has restarted, the installation process will
continue until completion.
Method 2: Manual Installation
In the Windows system, Click Start →All Programs →Lenovo →Lenovo
Drivers and Application Installation.
After starting the procedure, install all the drivers and software manually according
to the prompts.
Notes:
1. It is recommended not to install the software which is already on the
computer.
2. Before accessing the operating system, make sure that the Drivers and
Application installation has been installed automatically. After that, the
manual installation function can be used.
2.3 System Setup
System Setup configures the network configuration for the Lenovo Rescue
System to ensure your Rescue System can connect to internet. In addition, System
Setup sets and manages all passwords for the Lenovo Rescue system.
2.3.1 Launch
Turn on the computer. When the Lenovo logo appears, press the F2 key to launch
Rescue System. Then select System Setup.
2.3.2 Network Settings
Depending on the network access mode of the computer, select “ADSL” or “LAN
Connection” in the network connection modes.
1. If you select “ADSL,” input the username and password of the ADSL
connection.
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2. If you select “LAN connection,” configure the IP address and proxy server of the
LAN.
2.3.3 Password Management
Password Management allows you to set the password for Lenovo Rescue
System and manage it.
The default password is blank.
Set a password when you access the Password Management for the first time.
If you don’t want to set a password, access the system directly and operate
accordingly.
2.4 System Backup
Back up your system partition to an image file. In case of a system failure, you can
restore your system from this image file.
In the Windows system, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Lenovo
Rescue System.
After starting the procedure, click System Backup to back up your system
partition according to the prompts.
2.5 System Recovery
Reboot your computer into the system recovery environment. You can choose to
restore to a system backup point or the initial state.
2.6 Create Recovery Disc
Create a bootable recovery disc from current system. These recovery discs are
used to boot your computer and will guide you through the entire restoration
process.
In the Windows system, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Lenovo
Rescue System.
After starting the procedure, click Create Recovery Disc to create a bootable
recovery disc from current system.
Follow the screen prompts to create recovery discs.
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Using the Computer Software
This chapter contains the following
topics:
ÿComputer software instructions
Note: The interface and function of each
of these features are subject to the actual
software that was shipped with the
computer model that you purchased.
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