Lenovo IdeaCentre B3 Series User manual

Version 1.0
Machine type: 10133/F0A4 [B350]
10134/F0A5 [B355]
2013.09
Lenovo
IdeaCentre B3 Series
User Guide
31505339

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 computer.........................................................................2
Left and right views of the computer ..........................................................3
Rear view of the computer .........................................................................4
Computer stand .........................................................................................5
Basic connector instructions ......................................................................6
Connecting your computer.........................................................................7
Important information about using the computer ........................................8
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
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......................................................................................36
Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks ........................................................37
Hardware Replacement Guide ................................................ 39
Overview ..................................................................................................40
Replacing hardware .................................................................................43
Appendix. .................................................................................. 55
Declaration...............................................................................................55
Trademarks ..............................................................................................56
Energy Star Statement .............................................................................57
Enabling ErP compliance mode................................................................58

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

2User Guide
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
Hard disk drive indicator Bluetooth status indicator
Wi-Fi status indicator Volume down
Volume up Brightness down
Brightness up Built-in IR receiver (Only
functional on models equipped
with a IR receiver module)
Attention: The effective range of the Built-in IR Emitter is 10 feet.

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User Guide
Left and right views 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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Optical drive Power button
USB 3.0 connector Headphone connector
Microphone connector USB 3.0 connector
Memory card reader

4User Guide
Rear view of the computer
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TV tuner port (selected models only) HDMI-out connector
USB 3.0 connectors (2)
(selected models only)
USB 2.0 connectors (2)
Ethernet connector Power connector
Air vents (do not block)

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User Guide
Computer stand
Use the stand to position the display to your preference. It can be rotated between
15° and 42° from the vertical.
Attention:
1. The computer stand must remain installed at all times to ensure
maximum system stability.
2. Make sure the angle of the computer is at least 15 degrees from the
vertical; otherwise the computer will be unstable and could fall over.