Lenovo IdeaCentre A7 Series User manual

Version 1.0
Machine type: 10096/2564
10123/F0A0
2013.01
Lenovo
IdeaCentre A7 Series
User Guide
31504002

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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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 computer.........................................................................2
Left and right view of the computer ............................................................3
B-CAS card installation (Japan models only, Optional) ................................4
Rear view of the computer .........................................................................5
Computer stand .........................................................................................6
Basic connector instructions ......................................................................7
Connecting your computer.........................................................................8
Important information about using the computer ........................................9
Connecting to the Internet........................................................................11
Using Windows 8 ...................................................................... 13
Switching between the main Windows 8 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
Touch screen instructions ....................................................... 17
Touch Screen Calibration..........................................................................18
User Gesture Instructions for the Touch screen ........................................18
Precautions when using the Touch Screen ...............................................23

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Using the Rescue System........................................................ 25
OneKey Recovery ....................................................................................26
Driver and Application Installation .............................................................27
Using the Software................................................................... 29
Lenovo Support .......................................................................................30
Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup ................................. 31
Troubleshooting Display Problems............................................................32
Troubleshooting Touch screen..................................................................33
Troubleshooting Audio Problems ..............................................................33
Troubleshooting Software Problems .........................................................34
Troubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and Hard Disks .................35
Special considerations for troubleshooting Windows ................................36
Windows Help and Support .....................................................................36
BIOS setup utility......................................................................................37
Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks ........................................................38
Appendix. .................................................................................. 39
Declaration...............................................................................................39
Trademarks ..............................................................................................40
Energy Star Statement .............................................................................41
Enabling ErP compliance mode................................................................42

This chapter contains the following
topics:
ØIntroduction to the computer hardware
ØInformation 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 computer
Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked
air vents can cause overheating.
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Built-in microphone Built-in camera
Built-in microphone (selected
models only)
Power indicator
Hard disk drive indicator Bluetooth status indicator
WIFI status indicator HDMI-in indicator
Built-in speakers Monitor On/Off
PC mode / HDMI-in / AV-in switch Novo Vision button
Volume down Volume up
Brightness down Brightness up

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Left and right view of the computer
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Air vents
USB 3.0 connector
HDMI-in connector (selected models only)
HDMI-out connector
Eject button
Optical drive
B-CAS card slot (selected models only)
Memory card reader
Power button
Anti-scratch protector
Attention: Do not insert 3-inch discs into the optical drive.

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B-CAS card installation (Japan models only,
Optional)

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Rear view of the computer
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TV tuner connector (selected models only, 2 connectors for Japan)
Headphone connector
Microphone connector
USB 3.0 connectors (3)
Power connector
Ethernet connector
Security cable slot

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Computer stand
Use the stand to position the display to your preference. It can be rotated 5°
forward and 90° backward.
Attention: Ensure the anti-scratch protector is always on the hinge bar
when using the computer in a horizontal position.

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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.
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.
HDMI connector
(optional)
Connects to the HDMI connector on your display or TV.
TV-Tuner connector
(optional)
Connects to an external antenna to view programs
using the optional TV tuner card.
Note: If your computer is equipped with a wireless keyboard or mouse,
follow the installation instructions for those devices.

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Connecting your computer
Connecting the power cord
Connect the power cord to an electrical outlet. We recommend using a grounded
connection or a surge protector.

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Important information about using the
computer
Press the power button on the side of the computer to turn on the computer.
Note: The buttons at the bottom of the screen are touch buttons. Touching
them turns on the indicator lights.

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Hold the computer tightly when you carry it.
Attention: Do not place your computer face-down as shown below.

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Connecting to the Internet
To connect to the Internet, you’ll need a contract with an Internet Service Provider
(ISP) and some hardware.
IPSs and ISP offerings vary by country. Contact your ISP for offerings available in
your country.
Your computer is designed to support a wireless (selected models only) or wired
network that connects your computer to other devices.
Wired network connection
For wired networks, connect one end of an Ethernet cable (purchased separately)
to the Ethernet connector on your computer, and then connect the other end to
the network router or broadband modem. Consult your ISP for detailed setup
instructions.
Note: Broadband modem and router installation procedures vary
depending on the manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Wireless network connection
For wireless networks, you can use the built-in wireless LAN antenna to access
your wireless home network.
To connect your computer to the wireless network:
1. Move the cursor to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen, then click
Settings. (If your computer is equipped with touch screen, swipe in from the
right edge of the screen, then tap Settings.)
2. Click or tap the network icon , then select the name of your router. Click or
tap Connect, then follow the steps on the screen.
Test the wireless network by opening your Web browser and accessing any Web
site.

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Using Windows 8
This chapter contains the following
topics:
ØSwitching between the main Windows 8 interfaces
ØThe Charms Bar
ØShutting down the computer
ØSwitching between apps
ØClosing an app
ØOpening other system programs
ØWindows Help and Support
Attention: The Windows 8 operating system
is provided by Microsoft Corporation. Please
use it in accordance with the END USER
LICENSE AGREEMENT (EULA) between you
and Microsoft. For any question related to the
operating system, please contact Microsoft
directly.
User Guide 13

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Switching between the main Windows 8
interfaces
Windows 8 comes with two main user interfaces: the Start Screen and the
Windows desktop.
To switch from the Start Screen to the Windows desktop, do one of the following:
• SelecttheWindowsdesktoptileontheStartScreen.
• PresstheWindowskey + D.
To switch from the desktop to the Start Screen, do one of the following:
• SelectStart from the Charms Bar.
• Movethecursortothebottomleftcorner,thenselecttheStartScreen
thumbnail when it is displayed.
• PresstheWindowskey .
The Charms Bar
Charms provide new and faster ways to perform many basic tasks.
To display the charms, do one of the following:
• Movethecursortothetoprightorbottomrightcornerofthescreen.
• Ifyourcomputerisequippedwithtouchscreen,swipeinfromtherightedgeof
the screen.
• PresstheWindowskey + C.
Shutting down the computer
To shut down the computer:
1. Move the cursor to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen, then click
Settings. (If your computer is equipped with touch screen, swipe in from the
right edge of the screen, then tap Settings.)
2. Select Power →Shutdown.

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Switching between apps
Sometimes you want to get back to an app you were just using, or quickly switch
through your recent apps.
To switch between apps:
Move the cursor to the top left corner, then click to bring in the next app. (If your
computer is equipped with touch screen, swipe in from the left edge of the screen
to bring in the next app.)
Closing an app
To close an app, do one of the following:
• Movethecursortothetopleftcornerofthescreen.Whenthethumbnail
appears, drag it to the bottom of the screen.
• Movethecursortothetopedgeofthescreen.Whenthecursorbecomesa
hand, drag the app page to the bottom of the screen.
• Ifyourcomputerisequippedwithtouchscreen,swipeinfromthetopedgeof
the screen. When the app page becomes smaller, drag it to the bottom of the
screen.
Opening other system programs
There is a fast way to open other system programs.
To open the menu, do one of the following:
• Movethecursortothebottomleftcornerofthescreen.Whenthethumbnail
appears, right-click with the mouse to open the menu.
• PresstheWindowskey + X.
Windows Help and Support
If you have a problem with the operating system, see the Windows Help and
Support file. To open the Windows Help and Support file, do one of the following:
• SelecttheSettings charm, then select Help.
• PresstheWindowskey + F1.
You can read the Windows Help and Support file on your computer. You can also
get online help and support by clicking on one of the two links listed under More
to explore.