Lenovo H30 User manual

Version 1.0
Machine type: 90B8 [H30-50 ES]
90B9 [H30-50 Non-ES]
90BJ [H30-05]
90C2 [H30-00]
2014.05
Lenovo
H30 Series
User Guide
SP40F92947

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.
© Copyright Lenovo 2014. All rights reserved.
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
Basic connector instructions ......................................................................6
Connecting your computer.........................................................................7
5.1 Audio configuration instructions............................................................8
Connecting the power cord........................................................................9
Display connecting instructions when playing Blu-ray Discs......................10
Connecting to the Internet........................................................................10
Wired keyboard (selected models only) ....................................................11
Using Windows 8.1 ................................................................... 13
Switching between the main Windows 8.1 interfaces ...............................14
The Charms Bar.......................................................................................14
Shutting down the computer....................................................................14
Switching between apps ..........................................................................15
Closing an app.........................................................................................15
Opening other system programs ..............................................................15
Windows Help and Support .....................................................................15
Using the Rescue System........................................................ 17
OneKey Recovery ....................................................................................18
Driver and Application Installation .............................................................19
Using the Software................................................................... 21
Lenovo Support .......................................................................................22

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Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup ................................. 23
Troubleshooting Display Problems............................................................24
Troubleshooting Audio Problems ..............................................................25
Troubleshooting Software Problems .........................................................26
Troubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and Hard Disks .................26
Special considerations for troubleshooting Windows ................................27
Windows Help and Support .....................................................................28
BIOS setup utility......................................................................................28
Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks ........................................................29
Hardware Replacement Guide ................................................ 31
Locations .................................................................................................34
Replacing hardware .................................................................................39
Appendix. .................................................................................. 51
Declaration...............................................................................................51
Trademarks ..............................................................................................52
Energy Star Statement .............................................................................52
Enabling ErP compliance mode................................................................53
Electronic emissions notices .................................................. 54
Mexico regulatory notice ......................................................... 55

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.
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Hard disk drive indicator
Power button
Memory card reader (selected models only)
USB 2.0 connectors (2)
Headphone connector
Microphone connector
Optical drive eject button
Optical Drive (selected models only)
Note: This computer only can be placed in a vertical position.

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User Guide
Attention: Do not insert 3-inch discs into the optical drive.
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.)
H30-00
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USB 3.0 connector
WiFi antenna (selected models only)
On-board VGA connector
USB 2.0 connectors (2)
Ethernet connector
Audio connectors
Power connector
Cable clip
Expansion card slot

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H30-05
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On-board VGA connector
WiFi antenna (selected models only)
HDMI connector (selected models only)
USB 2.0 connectors (2)
Ethernet connector
USB 3.0 connectors (2)
Audio connectors
Power connector
Cable clip
PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter slot (some models are equipped with a
graphics card)
PCI Express X 1 adapter slot (some models are equipped with USB 3.0 or
TV tuner card)

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User Guide
H30-50
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HDMI connector (selected models only)
WiFi antenna (selected models only)
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 slot (some models are equipped with USB 3.0 or
TV tuner card)
Power connector
Voltage selection switch (selected models only)
Note: If your model has two VGA monitor connectors, be sure to use the
connector on the graphics adapter.
Attention: Do not open the WiFi antenna cover.