Lenovo IdeaCentre A310 User manual

Version 2.0
Machine type: 10056
2010.5
Lenovo
IdeaCentre A3 Series
User Guide
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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
Contents
Important Safety Information
Chapter 1 Using the Computer Hardware.............................. 1
1.1 Front view of the computer......................................................2
1.2 Rear view of the computer.......................................................3
1.3 Computer stand ......................................................................4
1.4 Connecting your computer ......................................................5
1.5 Important information about using the computer .....................9
1.6 Wireless keyboard and mouse instructions ............................12
1.7 Using the Infra-red (IR) Remote Control..................................14
Chapter 2 Using the Rescue System .................................... 17
2.1 OneKey Recovery..................................................................18
2.2 Driver and Application Installation ..........................................18
2.3 System Setup........................................................................19
2.4 System Backup .....................................................................20
2.5 System Recovery ..................................................................20
2.6 Create Recovery Disc ............................................................20
Chapter 3 System Maintenance and Recovery.................... 21
3.1 Restoring the System ............................................................22
3.2 Backup and Restore..............................................................22
3.3 Cleaning Up the Disk .............................................................22
3.4 Checking For, and Correcting Disk Errors ..............................23
3.5 Defragmenting the Disk(s)......................................................23
3.6 Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks......................................23
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup.............. 25
4.1 Troubleshooting Display Problems .........................................26
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4.2 Troubleshooting Audio Problems ...........................................27
4.3 Troubleshooting Software Problems.......................................27
4.4 Troubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and
Hard Disks.............................................................................28
4.5 Special considerations for troubleshooting Windows .............29
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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.
User Guide 1
Using the Computer Hardware
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1.1 Front view of the computer
Attention: Be sure not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked
air vents may cause thermal problems.
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Camera
Built-in microphone
Hard Disk Drive Indicator
Bluetooth status indicator
WIFI status indicator
Menu/OK button
Direction buttons
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1.2 Rear view of the computer
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Power button
TV tuner connector (Selected models only)
Power connector
Ethernet connector
HDMI-OUT connector (Selected models only)
HDMI-IN connector (Selected models only)
USB ports (4)
Memory card reader (Selected models only)
Microphone connector
Headphone connector
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2
1
2
Bluetooth connect button
Mode switch button (Selected models only)
1.3 Computer stand
Adjust the angle for the best viewing experience. It can be rotated from horizontal
or vertical.
The stand provides stability to the computer; it is not a removable part.
Attention: The computer stand must remain installed at all times to
ensure maximum system stability.
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TV
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Adjust the panel angle for the best
viewing from the vertical.
Do not only use one hand to adjust the panel
an
g
le to avoid the computer fallin
g
over.
Adjust the panel angle for the best
viewing from the horizontal.
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TV
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Adjust the panel angle for the best
viewing from the vertical.
Do not only use one hand to adjust the panel
an
g
le to avoid the computer fallin
g
over.
Adjust the panel angle for the best
viewing from the horizontal.
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.
1.4.2 Connect the keyboard cable to the appropriate keyboard
connector (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:
1 2
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:
(This picture is only a sketch print, it does not show the actual figure of the speaker)
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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.
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1.4.7 Connect any additional devices that you have. Your
computer might not have all connectors shown.
1 2 3
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
TV-Tuner
connector
Only supported on systems with optional TV tuner card.
1.4.8 Connect the power cords properly to grounded electrical
outlets.
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1.4.9 Your computer is equipped with a Memory Card Reader
Connector, it is able to read/write data from:
Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
Mini SD
MultiMedia Card (MMC)
RS-MMC
MS
MS-PRO
MS-Duo
1.5 Important information about using the computer
Press the power button on the top of the base stand to turn the computer on.
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Note: Do not put any fluid container on the base stand.
Note: The buttons at the bottom of the screen are touch buttons. When
you touch these, the indicator lights turn on.
TV
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Hold the computer tightly when you carry it.
TV
TV
TV
TV
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1.6 Wireless keyboard and mouse instructions
(Only some models are equipped with wireless keyboard and
mouse)
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2
3
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.
Internet key Open IE.
Multimedia play key Open the Mediaplay player.
Before using the wireless keyboard and mouse, carefully read the configuration
instructions in the Quick Reference poster. If you fail to connect the wireless
keyboard and mouse according to the steps shown in the Quick Reference poster,
you may also connect using the instructions below.
Method 1:
1. After installing the batteries into the wireless keyboard and mouse battery
compartments, make sure the power switch on the back of the mouse is in the
ON position (the keyboard does not have a power switch).
2. Press the wireless connect buttons on the keyboard and mouse. When the
keyboard and mouse wireless indicator lights blink green, turn the computer on
immediately.
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Note: If the wireless indicator lights stop blinking, press the connect
buttons on the keyboard and mouse again.
3. After entering the system, press the bluetooth connect button on the base
stand for over 5 seconds to search for wireless devices.
Note: The process of searching for wireless devices could take several
minutes.
4. When the wireless mouse device is found, the driver will be installed automatically.
5. When the wireless keyboard device is found, enter the PIN code and press the
Enter key to finish the pairing process.
6. Once the wireless connection has been successfully established, the wireless
keyboard and mouse will work properly.
Method 2:
Notes:
• Before using the method below, enter the system and prepare a set of
wired keyboard and mouse.
• If you want to install a new set of wireless keyboard and mouse, follow
the steps below.
1. Using the wired keyboard and mouse to enter the system.
2. After installing the batteries into the wireless keyboard and mouse battery
compartments, make sure the power switch on the back of the mouse is in the
ON position (the keyboard does not have a power switch).
3. Press the wireless connect buttons on the keyboard and mouse to make the
indicator lights blink green.
Note: If the wireless indicator lights stop blinking, press the connect
buttons on the keyboard and mouse again.
4. To open the Devices and Printers dialog box, go to Windows and click Start
→Control Panel →Hardware and Sound. Press Add a device to pop-up a
dialog box.
5. Select the Lenovo Bluetooth Mouse and click Next to establish the bluetooth
connection.
6. Select the Lenovo Bluetooth keyboard and click Next. (Press Add a device
icon if the dialog box is closed and press the connect button again.)
7. Enter the pairing code and press the Enter key to complete the bluetooth
connection.
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1.7 Using the Infra-red (IR) Remote Control
(Only some models are equipped with IR remote control.)
The IR remote control (only shipped with some types of computers) works with the
appendant remote control receiver.
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CLEAR ENTER
On Off
Buttons on the remote control:
Button Description
On
Power On
Off
Power Off
Record
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