Lenovo Erazer X3 Series User manual

Version 1.0
Machine type: 90AV [X310 ES]
90AU [X310 Non-ES]
90B0 [X315 ES]
90AY [X315 Non-ES]
2014.04
Lenovo
Erazer X3 Series
User Guide
31507154

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 product
damage.
The interface and functions shown in this User Guide are provided for reference
only and may differ from actual product appearance. Product design and
specifications may be changed without notice.
Danger: Be aware of extremely hazardous or potentially lethal situations.
Attention: Be aware of possible damage to programs, devices, or data.
Note: Pay attention to this important information.
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LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered
pursuant a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction,
or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.

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Contents
Contents
Important Safety Information
Using the Computer Hardware ................................................. 1
Front view of the chassis ............................................................................2
Rear view of the chassis.............................................................................3
Connecting your computer.........................................................................6
7.1 Audio configuration instructions............................................................7
Connecting the power cord........................................................................8
Display connecting instructions when playing Blu-ray Discs........................9
Connecting to the Internet..........................................................................9
Wired keyboard (selected models only) ....................................................10
Using Windows 8.1 ................................................................... 11
Switching between the main Windows 8.1 interfaces ...............................12
The Charms Bar.......................................................................................12
Shutting down the computer....................................................................12
Switching between apps ..........................................................................13
Closing an app.........................................................................................13
Opening other system programs ..............................................................13
Windows Help and Support .....................................................................13
Using the Rescue System........................................................ 15
OneKey Recovery ....................................................................................16
Driver and Application Installation .............................................................17
Using the Software................................................................... 19
Lenovo Support .......................................................................................20

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Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup ................................. 21
Troubleshooting Display Problems............................................................22
Troubleshooting Audio Problems ..............................................................23
Troubleshooting Software Problems .........................................................24
Troubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and Hard Disks .................24
Special considerations for troubleshooting Windows ................................25
Windows Help and Support .....................................................................26
BIOS setup utility......................................................................................26
Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks ........................................................27
Hardware Replacement Guide ................................................ 29
Locations .................................................................................................33
Replacing hardware .................................................................................36
Appendix. .................................................................................. 47
Declaration...............................................................................................47
Trademarks ..............................................................................................48
Energy Star Statement .............................................................................48
Enabling ErP compliance mode................................................................49
Electronic emissions notices .................................................. 50
Mexico regulatory notice ......................................................... 51

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.
User Guide 1
Using the Computer Hardware

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Front view of the chassis
Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked
air vents can cause overheating.
USB 3.0 connector
Headphone connector
Microphone connector
USB 3.0 connector/USB power off charging connector (selected models
only)
Memory card readers
Optical drive (selected models only)
Power button
Attention: Do not insert 3-inch discs into the optical drive.

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Press the arrow button at the top right of the case to open the front I/O door. Do
not force the door open. Press the arrow button again to close the door.
Rear view of the chassis
(If the rear view configuration shown in this chapter is different from the rear of your
computer, please refer to the rear of your computer.)
X310
Power connector
HDMI connector (selected models only)

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On-board VGA connector
USB 3.0 connectors (2)
USB 2.0 connectors (2)
Ethernet connector
Audio connectors
PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter slot (some models are equipped with a
graphics card)
PCI Express X 1 adapter slots (some models are equipped with a WIFI card
or TV tuner card)
WiFi antenna (selected models only)
Integrated cable lock (Kensington lock) slot
X315
Power connector
HDMI connector (selected models only)
On-board VGA connector

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USB 3.0 connectors (2)
USB 2.0 connectors (2)
Ethernet connector
Audio connectors
PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter slot (some models are equipped with a
graphics card)
PCI Express X 1 adapter slots (some models are equipped with a WIFI card
or TV tuner card)
WiFi antenna (selected models only)
Integrated cable lock (Kensington lock) slot
Note: If your model has two VGA monitor connectors, be sure to use the
connector on the graphics adapter.
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.
Headphone Use this connector to attach headphones to your
computer when you want to listen to music or other
sounds without disturbing anyone.
Audio line-in connector Used to receive audio signals from an external audio
device, such as a stereo system. When you attach an
external audio device, a cable is connected between
the audio line-out connector of the device and the
audio line-in connector of the computer.
Audio line-out connector Used to send audio signals from the computer to
external devices, such as powered stereo speakers
(speakers with built-in amplifiers), headphones,
multimedia keyboards, or the audio line-in connector
on a stereo system or other external recording device.
USB connector Use this connector to attach a device that requires a
USB connection.
Ethernet connector Use this connector to attach the computer to an
Ethernet-type local area network.